Just
thought you were some super hero who has a solution for every problem.

Today,
as I saw you sitting with a weary look

I
instantly understood something is so wrong.

I
made a cup of ginger tea and offered you with a smile

You
grinned cheerfully and said how wonderful I am.

I
could see the few tears behind your spectacles

And
you broadened your smile to master the art of camouflage.

“Share
with me, you will feel better”, I said in a whisper

You
looked at me and clutched my hand in silence.

You
wondered how your little princess has become so understanding

And
I wished to ebb down all your pain, to be your super hero.

As
we gazed at each other with emotions playing the trick

I
got up and embraced you tightly for a whole one minute.

Your
face lit up with love and happiness

Now,
you were sure that you can confide in your daughter.

We
kept talking endlessly over cups of tea

Our
meaningful conversation slowly turned dust to gold.

Whenever I find my Dad distressed or worried about
anything, I keep all my work on hold and try to talk to him. I hug him tightly
and assure him that I will try my level best to come up with a nice solution.
My dad is still my super hero, but now even I wish to be his super hero along
with being his little girl.

This is perhaps the only thing that a father wants
from his children: a little time to listen to his problems, insecurities and worries.
Do you remember how much we used to crib about our silly problems when we were
younger? From a teacher being partial towards her favorite student to a friend
having the latest pen which we don’t have, we used to keep cribbing. And he
used to patiently listen without any complaints.

And now, when we are independent and well settled in
our life, our father needs us to be a patient listener. There can be no better
gift that we can give to our father than a tight hug and a healthy
conversation.

Hug your Dad today and initiate a conversation with
him. His joyful smile will surely warm up your heart.

Yes, our parents need us but we get so busy with our own life. Your words are full of heart-felt emotions Purba. I am already a big fan of you since the day I started reading your book. You are a great writer.

About Me

An author, blogger and content developer from Kolkata.
Literature is my safe haven.
Deeply Inclined towards spirituality.
Yoga and meditation keep me balanced.
Apart from reading and writing, I enjoy music and traveling.
A wanderer, explorer and seeker on this beautiful earth.